Why does makeup cause powder to float

Nowadays, putting on makeup has become a necessary step for most women before going out. However, floating powder can often make the effect of makeup counterproductive. Floating powder can make the skin look dull and have obvious powdery appearance, in pieces or even grains, which seriously affects the facial complexion. So why does floating powder occur? What is the effective solution?

Base makeup is the foundation of a makeup look. Nowadays, various nude makeup or pseudo-bare-face makeup all pursue a light and natural look in the base makeup part, as if it is integrated with the skin. To create a natural and good skin feeling, in addition to concealing blemishes, the fit of foundation is also a key point. A problem many girls encounter when applying foundation is floating powder. This phenomenon usually occurs when the skin is dry and dehydrated. Once the powder floats, the foundation will look dirty and have a strong fake feeling.

There are two main reasons for makeup powder floating: one is external and the other is internal.

External causes of powder floating

The previous product is not attached

The milk powder phenomenon will also appear when sunscreen has not formed a film before using liquid foundation, when foundation and other base makeup products have not completely adhered to the skin surface before using loose powder, and when the skin surface is still moist.

Solution: When using skin care products, make sure the product is absorbed before applying the next product. For example, when patting water on the face, pat until the face is absorbed before applying lotion, and so on. After applying lotion or cream, wait a few minutes before applying foundation.

Powder quality problem

The powder is rough and not fine. The rough powder will be applied on the surface of the skin and will not stick to the skin.

Solution: When purchasing cosmetics, you should choose a foundation with a fine powder texture, or spray water on the tool (sponge or foundation brush) and then dip it in the foundation. And keep the tools moist at all times. And enhance the water content in the foundation.

Skin care products are not absorbed

In winter, girls like to use more skin care products, or use too much of a single product, which will cause powder floating after applying foundation before the skin absorbs it. For example, when you use water, lotion, essence, eye cream, face cream, etc. for skin care, or you apply a large amount of face cream or essence, the excess product has not been completely absorbed by the skin.

Solution: The types of skin care products should not be too complicated. If the "mud rubbing" phenomenon occurs, you can reduce the categories of skin care products, for example, you can choose between lotion and cream. The dosage of skin care products should be moderate. Excessive use of skin care products will not only not be absorbed by the skin, but will cause powder floating.

Internal causes of floating powder

Cuticle

Due to metabolism, the body cannot automatically shed old keratin. If too much residual keratin accumulates, the powder cannot fit perfectly on the skin and will cause peeling and mud.

Solution: Use exfoliating scrub or cleansing mask regularly every month to remove dead skin cells from your skin. Be sure to replenish water after exfoliating.

Menstrual period

During the menstrual period, women's skin condition is not good and powder floating phenomenon may occur.

Solution: During the menstrual period, the skin absorbs better, so you can strengthen the skin care work and be more diligent in restorative skin care work~

Skin is too dry

Autumn and winter are the seasons when the skin is most likely to become dry, and dry skin may even cause peeling of the epidermis. When the skin is too dry, it cannot adhere to the base makeup product, and the powder in the foundation can only float on the surface of the skin, causing powder floating phenomenon.

Solution: If the floating powder is caused by dry skin, apply a hydrating mask before applying makeup and gently press the face to promote the absorption of nutrients. And use lotions and essences with good moisture locking to help retain moisture.